FM/AM MiniDisc Player

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1 (1) FM/AM MiniDisc Player Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones ˇ» 'œfi GB ES CT For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual. Para obtener información sobre la instalación y las conexiones, consulte el manual de instalación/conexiones suministrado. ˆ '» ƒw u s A ƒw u s» 'œfi C MDX-C6500X 2000 Sony Corporation

2 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the Sony MiniDisc Player. This unit lets you enjoy a variety of features using the following controller accessories: Optional accessories Rotary commander RM-X4S Card remote commander RM-X91 In addition to the MD playback and radio operations, you can expand your system by connecting optional CD/MD units* 1. When you operate this unit or a connected optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc* 2. * 1 You can connect MD changers, CD changers, MD players, or CD players. * 2 A CD TEXT disc is an audio CD that includes information such as the disc name, artist name and track names. This information is recorded on the disc. Precautions If your car was parked in direct sunlight resulting in a considerable rise in temperature inside the car, allow the unit to cool off before operating it. If no power is being supplied to the unit, check the connections first. If everything is in order, check the fuse. If your car is equipped with a power aerial, it will extend automatically while the unit is operating. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Moisture Condensation On a rainy day or in a very damp area, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In such a case, remove the disc and wait for about an hour until the moisture has evaporated. To maintain high quality sound If you have drink holders near your audio equipment, be careful not to splash juice or other soft drinks onto the unit and MD. Sugary residues on the unit or MD may contaminate the lenses inside the unit, reduce the sound quality, or prevent sound reproduction altogether. 2

3 Notes on MDs Since the disc itself is housed in a cartridge, free from accidental contact with your fingers and dust, MDs can withstand a certain degree of the rough handling. However, dirt or dust on the surface of the cartridge or a warped cartridge may cause a malfunction. Observe the following for best results. Notes on attaching labels Be sure to attach labels on cartridges correctly, as failing to do so may cause the MD to become stuck in the unit. Attach the label in a suitable position. Remove old labels before putting new ones on. Replace labels that are beginning to peel away from the MD. Never touch the surface of the disc itself by deliberately opening the shutter on the cartridge. When you eject the MD, the shutter may be open. In such a case, close the shutter immediately. Do not expose the MD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air-ducts. Do not leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight where there can a considerable rise in temperature. Make sure the MD is not left on the dashboard or rear tray of a car, etc. where the temperature can also be excessive. Cleaning Wipe the surface of the cartridge from time to time with a soft dry cloth. 3

4 Table of Contents Location of controls... 5 Getting Started Resetting the unit... 7 Detaching the front panel... 7 Turning the unit on/off... 8 How to use the menu... 8 Setting the clock... 8 MD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) Listening to an MD... 9 Playing tracks repeatedly Repeat Play Playing tracks in random order Shuffle Play Labelling a CD Disc Memo* Locating a disc by name List-up* Selecting specific tracks for playback Bank* * Functions available with optional CD/MD unit Radio Memorising stations automatically Best Tuning Memory (BTM) Memorising only the desired stations Receiving the memorised stations Storing the station names Station Memo Locating a station by name List-up Other Functions Labeling the rotary commander Using the rotary commander Adjusting the sound characteristics Attenuating the sound Changing the sound and display settings Boosting the bass sound D-bass Additional Information Maintenance Dismounting the unit Specifications Troubleshooting guide

5 Location of controls D I SC + -PR ST+ DSPL OPEN MENU LIST D-BASS SOURCE -SEEK/AMS SOUND OFF PRST- - D IS C ENTER MODE REP SHUF MDX-C6500X Refer to the pages listed for details. 1 Volume control dial 2 MENU button 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21 3 DISC/PRST +/ (cursor up/down) buttons 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21 During CD/MD playback: Disc change 11, 13 During radio reception: Preset stations select 16, 18 4 Z (eject) button (located on the front side of the unit behind the front panel) 9 5 DSPL (display mode change) button 9, 10, 12, 17 6 LIST button 12, 17 List-up 13, 18 7 SOURCE (TUNER/CD/MD) button 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16 8 Display window 9 OPEN button 7, 9, 22 q; D-BASS button 21 qa SOUND button 20 qs Reset button (located on the front side of the unit behind the front panel) 7 qd OFF button* 7, 8, 9 qf SEEK/AMS /+ (cursor left/right) buttons 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21 Automatic Music Sensor 10, 14 Manual Search 10 Seek 15, 16 qg Frequency select switch (located on the bottom of the unit) The AM (FM) tuning interval is factory-set to the 10 k (200 k) position. Make sure that the 9 k (50 k) position is selected. qh MODE button During CD or MD playback: CD/MD unit select 9, 13 During radio reception: BAND select 15, 16 qj ENTER button 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21 qk Receptor for the card remote commander ql Number buttons During radio reception: Preset number select 15, 16 During CD/MD playback: (1) REP 11 (2) SHUF 11 * Warning when installing in a car without ACC (accessory) position on the ignition key switch Be sure to press (OFF) on the unit for two seconds to turn off the clock display after turning off the engine. When you press (OFF) only momentarily, the clock display does not turn off and this causes battery wear. 5

6 Location of controls Card remote commander RM-X91 OFF MENU SEEK SOUND DSPL ATT OPEN/CLOSE DISC LIST SEEK SOURCE DISC ENTER MODE VOL The corresponding buttons of the card remote commander control the same functions as those on this unit. 1 OFF button 2 MENU button 3 SOURCE button 4 SEEK/AMS buttons 5 SOUND button 6 DSPL button 7 ATT button 8 LIST button 9 DISC/PRST buttons q; ENTER button qa MODE button qs VOL buttons Replacing the lithium battery When the battery becomes weak, the range of the card remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. x + side up Notes on lithium battery Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact. Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery. Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur. WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. 6

7 Getting Started Attaching the front panel Place the hole A in the front panel onto the spindle B on the unit as illustrated, then push the left side in. Resetting the unit Before operating the unit for the first time or after replacing the car battery, you must reset the unit. Remove the front panel and press the reset button with a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen. A B Reset button Note Pressing the reset button will erase the clock setting and some memorised functions. x Detaching the front panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to protect the unit from being stolen. 1 Press (OFF). 2 Press (OPEN), then slide the front panel to the right side, and pull out the left side of the front panel. 1 2 Notes Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel. Be sure not to drop the panel when detaching it from the unit. If you detach the panel while the unit is still turned on, the power will turn off automatically to prevent the speakers from being damaged. When carrying the front panel with you, use the supplied front panel case. Notes Be careful not to attach the front panel upside down. Do not press the front panel too hard against the unit when attaching it. Do not press too hard or put excessive pressure on the display window of the front panel. Do not expose the front panel to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, and do not leave it in a humid place. Never leave it on the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight or where there may be a considerable rise in temperature. Caution alarm If you turn the ignition key switch to the OFF position without removing the front panel, the caution alarm will beep for a few seconds. If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use the built-in amplifier, the beep sound will be deactivated. 7

8 Turning the unit on/off Turning on the unit Press (SOURCE) or insert an MD in the unit. For details on operation, refer to page 9 (MD/ CD) and page 15 (radio). Turning off the unit Press (OFF) to stop MD/CD playback or FM/ AM reception (the key illumination and display remain on). Press (OFF) for two seconds to completely turn the unit off. Note If your car has no ACC position on the ignition key switch, be sure to turn the unit off by pressing (OFF) for two seconds to avoid car battery wear. How to use the menu This unit is operated by selecting items from a menu. To select, first enter the menu mode and choose up/down ((+)/( ) of (DISC/PRST)), or choose left/right (( )/(+) of (SEEK/AMS)). (DISC/PRST) Setting the clock The clock uses a 12-hour digital indication. Example: To set the clock to 10:08 1 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until CLOCK appears. 1 Press (ENTER). The hour indication flashes. 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to set the hour. 3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS). (+): to select upwards SOURCE The minute indication flashes. ( ): to select downwards 4 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to set the minute. (SEEK/AMS) ( ): to select leftwards (+): to select rightwards SOURCE 2 Press (ENTER). The clock starts. After the clock setting is completed, the display returns to normal play mode. 8 Note In the initial setting, the clock indication appears while the unit is turned off. When the D.INFO mode is set to ON, the time is always displayed (page 21).

9 MD Player CD/MD Unit (optional) In addition to playing an MD with this unit alone, you can also control external CD/MD units. If you connect an optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc. Listening to an MD (with this unit only) 1 Press (OPEN) and insert the MD. Z Labelled side up When the last track on the MD is over The track number indication returns to 1, and playback restarts from the first track of the MD. To Stop playback Eject the MD Press (OFF) (OPEN) then Z Playing a CD or MD (with an optional CD/MD unit) 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select CD or MD. 2 Press (MODE) until the desired unit appears. CD/MD playback starts. All the discs in the current CD/MD unit is played from the top. Changing the display item Each time you press (DSPL) during MD, CD, or CD TEXT disc playback, the item changes as follows: 2 Close the front panel. Playback starts automatically. If an MD is already inserted, press (SOURCE) repeatedly until MD appears to start playback. The title of the MD* and the track title will appear in the display window, then the playing time will appear. MD indication Track number Elapsed playing time V Disc number* 1 /Track number/ Elapsed playback time V Disc name* 2 /Artist name* 3 V Track name* 4 * 1 While an optional CD/MD unit is connected. * 2 If you have not labelled the CD or CD TEXT disc ( Labelling a CD on page 12), or if there is no disc name prerecorded on the MD, DISC and NO NAME appear in the display. * 3 If you play a CD TEXT disc, the artist name appears in the display after the disc name. (Only for CD TEXT discs with the artist name.) * 4 If the track name of a CD TEXT disc or MD is not prerecorded, TRACK and NO NAME appear in the display. * Only if these titles are prerecorded on the MD. 9

10 After you select the desired item, the display will automatically change to the Motion Display mode after a few seconds. In the Motion Display mode, all the items are scrolled in the display one by one in order. Note If you use personalised labels, they will always take priority over the original CD TEXT information when such information is displayed. Tip The Motion Display mode can be turned off. (See Changing the sound and display settings on page 20.) Automatically scrolling a disc name Auto Scroll If the disc name, artist name, or track name on an MD or a CD TEXT disc exceeds 8 characters and the Auto Scroll function is on, information automatically scrolls across the display as follows: The disc name appears when the disc has changed (if the disc name is selected as the display item). The track name appears when the track has changed (if the track name is selected as the display item). The disc or track name appears depending on the setting when you press (SOURCE) to select an MD or CD TEXT disc. If you press (DSPL) to change the display item, the disc or track name of the MD or CD TEXT disc is scrolled automatically whether you set the function on or off. Locating a specific track Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) During playback, press either side of (SEEK/AMS) momentarily for each track you want to skip. To locate preceding tracks SOURCE Locating a specific point in a track Manual Search During playback, press and hold either side of (SEEK/AMS). Release when you have found the desired point. To search backward SOURCE To locate succeeding tracks To search forward Note If or appears in the display, you have reached the beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot go any further. 1 During playback, press (MENU). 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until A.SCRL-OFF appears. 3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) to select A.SCRL-ON. 4 Press (ENTER). To cancel Auto Scroll, select A.SCRL-OFF in step 3. Note For some CD TEXT discs with very many characters, the following cases may happen: Some of the characters are not displayed. Auto Scroll does not work. 10

11 Locating a disc Disc Selection PTY When an optional CD/MD unit is connected, press either side of (DISC/PRST) to select the desired disc. The desired disc in the current optional CD/MD unit begins playback. Playing tracks repeatedly Repeat Play The MD in the main unit will automatically repeat itself when it reaches the end. As repeat play, you can select: REP-1 to repeat a track. REP-2 to repeat a disc in the optional CD/ MD unit. During playback, press (1) (REP) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display. B REP-1 B REP-2* REP-OFF b * REP-2 is only available when you connect one or more optional MD units, or when you connect two or more optional CD units. DSPL LIST -SEEK/AMS Playing tracks in random order Shuffle Play You can select: SHUF-1 to play the tracks on the current disc in random order. SHUF-2 to play the tracks in the current optional CD/MD unit in random order. SHUF-ALL to play all the tracks in all the optional CD/MD units in random order. During playback, press (2) (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting appears in the display. B SHUF-1 B SHUF-2* B SHUF-ALL* PTY SHUF-OFF b * SHUF-2 and SHUF-ALL are only available when you connect one or more optional MD units, or when you connect two or more optional CD units. DSPL LIST -SEEK/AMS ENTER MODE REP SHUF Shuffle Play starts To return to normal play mode, select SHUF- OFF. ENTER MODE REP SHUF Repeat Play starts. To return to normal play mode, select REP- OFF. 11

12 Labelling a CD Disc Memo (For a CD unit with the custom file function) You can label each disc with a personalised name. You can enter up to 8 characters for a disc. If you label a CD, you can locate the disc by name (page 13) and select the specific tracks for playback (page 14). 1 Start playing the disc you want to label. 2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until NAME EDIT appears. 3 Press (ENTER). Name edit mode 4 Enter the characters. 1 Press the (+) side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly to select the desired characters. (A t B t C t Z t 0 t 1 t 2 t 9 t + t t * t / t \ t > t < t. t _ ) 5 To return to normal CD play mode, press (ENTER). Tips To erase or correct a name, enter _ (under-bar) for each character. There is another way to start labelling a CD. Press (LIST) for two seconds instead of steps 2 and 3. You can also complete the operation by pressing (LIST) for two seconds instead of step 5. Displaying the disc memo Press (DSPL) during CD or CD TEXT disc playback. Each time you press (DSPL) during CD or CD TEXT disc playback, the item changes as follows: V Disc number* 1 /Track number/ Elapsed playback time V Disc memo name V Track name* 2 If you press the ( ) side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly, the characters will appear in reverse order. If you want to put a blank space between characters, select _ (underbar). * 1 While an optional CD unit is connected. * 2 If you connect an optional CD unit with the CD TEXT function, the CD TEXT information will appear in the display when you play a CD TEXT disc. 2 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) after locating the desired character. The next character flashes. If you press the ( ) side of (SEEK/AMS), the previous character flashes. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire name. 12

13 Erasing the disc memo 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select CD. 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the CD unit. 3 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until NAME DEL appears. 4 Press (ENTER). 5 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly to select the disc name you want to erase. 6 Press (ENTER) for two seconds. The name is erased. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if you want to erase other names. 7 Press (MENU) twice. The unit returns to normal CD play mode. Note When a personalised label is erased, the original CD TEXT information will appear in the display. Locating a disc by name List-up (For a CD unit with the custom file function or an MD unit) You can use this function for discs that have been assigned a custom name. For more information on disc memo names, refer to Labelling a CD (page 12). 1 Press (LIST). The name assigned to the current disc appears in the display. When you assign a disc memo name to a CD TEXT disc, it takes priority over the original CD TEXT information. 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until you find the desired disc. 3 Press (ENTER) to play the disc. Notes After a disc name has been displayed for five seconds, the display returns to normal play mode. The track names are not displayed during MD or CD TEXT disc playback. If there are no discs in the magazine, NO DISC appears in the display. If a disc has not been assigned a custom file, ******** appears in the display. Some letters cannot be displayed during MD or CD TEXT disc playback. 13

14 Selecting specific tracks for playback Bank (For a CD unit with the custom file function) If you label the disc, you can set the unit to skip or play the tracks of your choice. 1 Start playing the disc you want to label. 2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until BANK SEL appears. 3 Press (ENTER). Bank edit mode Playing specific tracks only You can select: BANK-ON to play the tracks with the PLAY setting. BANK-INV (Inverse) to play the tracks with the SKIP setting. 1 During playback, press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until BANK-ON, BANK- INV, or BANK-OFF appears. 2 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) repeatedly until the desired setting appears. B BANK-ON BANK-OFF b B BANK-INV 4 Label the tracks. 1 Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) repeatedly to select the track you want to label. 2 Press (ENTER) repeatedly to select PLAY or SKIP. 3 Press (ENTER). Playback starts from the track following the current one. To return to normal play mode, select BANK- OFF in step 2. 5 Repeat step 4 to set PLAY or SKIP for all the tracks. 6 Press (MENU) twice. The unit returns to normal CD play mode. Notes You can set PLAY and SKIP for up to 24 tracks. You cannot set SKIP for all the tracks on a CD. 14

15 Radio Memorising stations automatically Best Tuning Memory (BTM) The unit selects the stations with the strongest signals and memorises them in the order of their frequencies. You can store up to 6 stations on each band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2). Caution When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory to prevent accidents. 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the tuner. Each time you press (SOURCE), the source changes as follows: B Tuner B CD* B MD * If the corresponding optional equipment is not connected, this item will not appear. Memorising only the desired stations You can preset up to 18 FM stations (6 each for FM1, FM2, and FM3), up to 12 AM stations (6 each for AM1 and AM2) in the order of your choice. 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the tuner. 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the band. 3 Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to tune in the station that you want to store on the number button. 4 Press the desired number button ((1) to (6)) for two seconds until MEM appears. The number button indication appears in the display. Note If you try to store another station on the same number button, the previously stored station will be erased. 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the band. Each time you press (MODE), the band changes as follows: B FM1 B FM2 B FM3 AM2 b AM1b 3 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until BTM appears. 4 Press (ENTER). The unit stores stations in the order of their frequencies on the number buttons. A beep sounds when the setting is stored. Notes The unit does not store stations with weak signals. If only a few stations can be received, some number buttons will retain their former setting. When a number is indicated in the display, the unit starts storing stations from the one currently displayed. If an MD is not in the unit, only the tuner band appears even if you press (SOURCE). 15

16 Receiving the memorised stations 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly to select the tuner. 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly to select the band. 3 Press the number button ((1) to (6)) on which the desired station is stored. Tip Press either side of (DISC/PRST) to receive the stations in the order they are stored in the memory (Preset Search Function). If you cannot tune in a preset station Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) to search for the station (automatic tuning). Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Press either side of (SEEK/AMS) repeatedly until the desired station is received. Note If the automatic tuning stops too frequently, press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until LOCAL (local seek mode) is displayed. Then press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) to select LOCAL-ON. Press (ENTER). Only the stations with relatively strong signals will be tuned in. Tips When you select the LOCAL-ON setting, L.SEEK appears while the unit is searching for a station. If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold either side of (SEEK/AMS) until the desired frequency appears (manual tuning). If FM stereo reception is poor Monaural Mode 1 During radio reception, press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until MONO-OFF appears. 2 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) until MONO-ON appears. The sound improves, but becomes monaural ( ST disappears). 3 Press (ENTER). To return to normal mode, select MONO- OFF in step 2. Automatical reception frequency adjustment IF AUTO function If interference occurs, the IF AUTO function of this unit will automatically avoid noise and narrow the reception frequency. In such cases, some FM stereo broadcasts may become monaural. If you would like to hear such broadcasts in stereo, manually switch to the WIDE setting. 1 During radio reception, press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until IF AUTO appears. 2 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) until WIDE" appears. 3 Press (ENTER). Note When you widen the frequency signal reception setting ( WIDE mode), some interference may occur. 16

17 Storing the station names Station Memo You can assign a name to each radio station and store it in memory. The name of the station currently tuned in appears in the display. You can assign a name of up to 8 characters for a station. Storing the station names 1 Tune in a station whose name you want to store. 2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until NAME EDIT appears. 3 Press (ENTER). 4 Enter the characters. 1 Press the (+) side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly to select the desired characters. (A t B t C t Z t 0 t 1 t 2 t 9 t + t t * t / t \ t > t < t. t _ ) If you press the ( ) side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly, the characters appear in the reverse order. If you want to put a blank space between characters, select _ (underbar). 2 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) after locating the desired character. The next character flashes. Tips To erase or correct a name, enter _ (under-bar) for each character. There is another way to start storing station names. Press (LIST) for two seconds instead of steps 2 and 3. You can also complete the operation by pressing (LIST) for two seconds instead of step 5. Displaying the station name Press (DSPL) during radio reception. Each time you press (DSPL), the item changes as follows: B Station name* B Frequency * If the station name of a station is not stored, NO NAME appears in the display for one second. Erasing the station name 1 Tune in a station whose name you want to erase. 2 Press (MENU), then press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until NAME DEL appears. 3 Press (ENTER). 4 Press (ENTER) for two seconds. The name is erased. Repeat steps 1 through 4 if you want to erase other names. 5 Press (MENU) twice. The unit returns to the normal radio reception mode. Note When you erase all of the station names, NO NAME appears in step 4. If you press the ( ) side of (SEEK/AMS), the previous character flashes. 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter the entire name. 5 To return to the normal radio reception, press (ENTER). 17

18 Locating a station by name List-up 1 Press (LIST) momentarily. The name assigned to the station currently tuned appears in the display. 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until you find the desired station. When no name is assigned to the selected station, the frequency appears in the display. Other Functions You can also control the unit with a rotary commander. Labeling the rotary commander Depending on how you mount the rotary commander, attach the appropriate label as shown in the illustration below. 3 Press (ENTER) to tune in the desired station. Note Once the station name or frequency has been displayed for five seconds, the display goes back to its normal mode. SOUND MODE DSPL DSPL MODE SOUND 18

19 Using the rotary commander By rotating the control (the SEEK/AMS control) The rotary commander works by pressing buttons and/or rotating controls. You can also control an optional CD/MD unit with the rotary commander. By pressing buttons (the SOURCE and MODE buttons) (SOURCE) (MODE) Each time you press (SOURCE), the source changes as follows: Tuner t CD* t MD Rotate the control momentarily and release it to: Locate a specific track on a disc. Rotate and hold the control until you locate the specific point in a track, then release it to start playback. Tune in stations automatically. Rotate and hold the control to find a specific station. By pushing in and rotating the control (the PRESET/DISC control) * If the corresponding optional equipment is not connected, this item will not appear. Pressing (MODE) changes the operation in the following ways: Tuner: FM1 t FM2 t FM3 t AM1 t AM2 CD unit*: CD1 t CD2 t MD unit*: MD1 t MD2 t * If the corresponding optional equipment is not connected, these items will not appear. Push in and rotate the control to: Receive the stations memorised on the number buttons. Change the disc. 19

20 Other operations Rotate the VOL control to adjust the volume. Press (ATT) to attenuate the sound. Tip You can also change the operative direction of these controls with the unit (see Changing the sound and display settings on page 21). OFF Press (OFF) to turn off the unit. Press (SOUND) to adjust the volume and sound menu. Adjusting the sound characteristics You can adjust the bass, treble, balance, and fader. You can store the bass and treble levels independently for each source. Press (DSPL) to display the memorised names. Tip If your car has no ACC (accessory) position on the ignition key switch, be sure to press (OFF) for two seconds to turn off the clock indication after turning off the engine. Changing the operative direction The operative direction of controls is factoryset as shown below. To increase 1 Select the item you want to adjust by pressing (SOUND) repeatedly. Each time you press (SOUND), the item changes as follows: BAS (bass) t TRE (treble) t BAL (left-right) t FAD (front-rear) 2 Adjust the selected item by pressing either side of (SEEK/AMS). When adjusting with the rotary commander, press (SOUND) and rotate the VOL control. Note Adjust within three seconds after selecting the item. Attenuating the sound To decrease If you need to mount the rotary commander on the right hand side of the steering column, you can reverse the operative direction. Press (ATT) on the rotary commander or card remote commander. ATT-ON flashes momentarily. To restore the previous volume level, press (ATT) again. Tip When the interface cable of a car telephone is connected to the ATT lead, the unit decreases the volume automatically when a telephone call comes in (Telephone ATT function). Press (SOUND) for two seconds while pushing the VOL control. 20

21 Changing the sound and display settings The following items can be set: SET (setting) CLOCK (page 8) BEEP to turn on or off the beeps. RM (Rotary Commander) to change the operative direction of the controls of the rotary commander. Select NORM to use the rotary commander as the factory-set position. Select REV when you mount the rotary commander on the right side of the steering column. DIS (display) D.INFO (Dual Information) to display the clock and the play mode at the same time (ON). M.DSPL (Motion Display) to turn the motion display on or off. A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) (page 10) 3 Press the (+) side of (SEEK/AMS) to select the desired setting (Example: ON or OFF). 4 Press (ENTER). After the mode setting is completed, the display returns to normal play mode. Boosting the bass sound D-bass You can enjoy a clear and powerful bass sound. The D-bass function boosts the low and high frequency signal with a sharper curve than conventional bass boost. You can hear the bass line more clearly even while the vocal volume remains the same. You can emphasize and adjust the bass sound easily with the D-BASS button. Note If you connect an optional power amplifier and do not use the built-in amplifier, the beep sound will be disabled. Level D.BASS-3 D.BASS-2 D.BASS-1 D.BASS-3 D.BASS-2 D.BASS-1 1 Press (MENU). 0dB Frequency (Hz) 2 Press either side of (DISC/PRST) repeatedly until the desired item appears. Each time you press the ( ) side of (DISC/PRST), the item changes as follows: CLOCK t BEEP t RMt D.INFO t M.DSPL t A.SCRL* * When no CD or MD is playing, this item will not appear. Note The displayed item will differ depending on the source. Adjusting the bass curve Press (D-BASS) repeatedly until the desired bass level (1, 2, or 3) appears in the display. To cancel, select D.BASS-OFF. Note If the bass sound becomes distorted, select a less effective setting of D.BASS or adjust the volume. Tip You can easily switch among categories ( SET, DIS, P/M (play mode), and EDT (edit mode)) by pressing either side of (DISC/PRST) for two seconds. 21

22 Additional Information Maintenance Fuse replacement When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Cleaning the connectors The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, open the front panel by pressing (OPEN), then detach it and clean the connectors with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged. Main unit Fuse (10 A) Warning Never use a fuse with an amperage rating exceeding the one supplied with the unit as this could damage the unit. Back of the front panel Notes For safety, turn off the engine before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch. Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device. 22

23 Dismounting the unit 1 Press the clip inside the front cover with a thin screwdriver, and gently pry the front cover free. 2 Repeat step 1 on the left side. The front cover is removed. 3 Use a thin screwdriver to push in the clip on the left side of the unit, then pull out the left side of the unit until the catch clears the mounting. 4 Repeat step 3 on the right side. 5 Slide the unit out of the mounting. 23

24 Specifications MD player section Signal-to-noise ratio Frequency response Wow and flutter Tuner section FM Tuning range Aerial terminal Intermediate frequency Usable sensitivity Selectivity Signal-to-noise ratio 90 db 10 20,000 Hz Below measurable limit FM tuning interval: 50 khz/200 khz switchable MHz (at 50 khz step) MHz (at 200 khz step) External aerial connector 10.7 MHz/450 khz 8 dbf 75 db at 400 khz 66 db (stereo), 72 db (mono) Harmonic distortion at 1 khz 0.6 % (stereo), 0.3 % (mono) Separation Frequency response AM Tuning range Aerial terminal Intermediate frequency Sensitivity 30 µv 35 db at 1 khz 30 15,000 Hz AM tuning interval: 9 khz/10 khz switchable 531 1,602 khz (at 9 khz step) 530 1,710 khz (at 10 khz step) External aerial connector 10.7 MHz/450 khz Power amplifier section Outputs Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors) Speaker impedance 4 8 ohms Maximum power output 50 W 4 (at 4 ohms) General Outputs Tone controls Power requirements Dimensions Mounting dimensions Mass Supplied accessories Optional accessories Optional equipment Audio outputs Power aerial relay control lead Power amplifier control lead Telephone ATT control lead Bass ±9 db at 100 Hz Treble ±9 db at 10 khz 12 V DC car battery (negative ground) Approx mm (w/h/d) Approx mm (w/h/d) Approx. 1.2 kg Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Front panel case (1) Rotary commander RM-X4S Card remote commander RM-X91 BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord) RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs) CDX-838, CDX-828, CDX-737, CDX-636 MD changer (6 discs) MDX-65 Other CD/MD changers with the Sony-BUS system Source selector XA-C30 U.S. and foreign patents licensed from Dolby laboratories Licensing Corporation. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 24

25 Troubleshooting guide The following checklist will help you remedy the problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. General Problem No sound. The contents of the memory have been erased. Indications do not appear in the display. No beep sound. CD/MD playback Problem A disc cannot be loaded. Playback does not begin. A disc is automatically ejected. The operation buttons do not function. The sound skips due to vibration. The sound skips. Cannot turn off the indication. Cause/Solution Cancel the ATT function. Set the fader control to the centre position for two-speaker system. Rotate the dial clockwise to adjust the volume. The power cord or battery has been disconnected. The reset button has been pressed. t Store again into the memory. Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See Cleaning the connectors (page 22) for details. The beep sound is cancelled (page 21). If you connect an optional amplifier and do not use the builtin amplifier, the beep sound will be deactivated. Cause/Solution Another MD is already loaded. The MD is forcibly inserted upside down or in the wrong way. Defective MD or dirty CD. The ambient temperature exceeds 50 C. Press the reset button. The unit is installed at an angle of more than 20. The unit is not installed in a sturdy part of the car. A dirty or defective disc. You cannot label CDs unless you connect a CD unit with the custom file function. t Press (LIST) for two seconds. 25

26 Radio reception Problem Preset tuning is not possible. The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. Automatic tuning is not possible. The ST indication flashes. Interference occurs during FM reception. Cause/Solution Store the correct frequency in the memory. The broadcast signal is too weak. Connect a power aerial control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car s aerial booster. (Only when your car has built-in FM/AM aerial in the rear/side glass.) The broadcast signal is too weak. t Use manual tuning. Tune in the frequency accurately. The broadcast signal is too weak. t Set to the MONO mode (page 16). The WIDE mode is selected. t Set the IF mode to IF AUTO (page 16). Error displays (when an optional CD/MD unit is connected) The following indications will flash for about five seconds, and an alarm sound will be heard. Display NO MAG NO DISC NG DISCS ERROR * 1 * BLANK 1 RESET NO READY HI TEMP Cause The disc magazine is not inserted in the CD/MD unit. No disc is inserted in the CD/MD unit. A CD/MD cannot play because of some problem. A CD is dirty or inserted upside down.* 2 An MD does not playback because of some problem.* 2 No tracks have been recorded on an MD.* 2 The CD/MD unit cannot be operated because of some problem. The lid of the MD unit is open or the MDs are not inserted properly. The ambient temperature is more than 50 C. Solution Insert the magazine in the CD/MD unit. Insert discs in the CD/MD unit. Insert another CD/MD. Clean or insert the CD correctly. Insert another MD. Play an MD with recorded tracks on it. Press the reset button on the unit. Close the lid or insert the MDs properly. Wait until the temperature goes down below 50 C. * 1 When an error occurs during playback of an MD or CD, the disc number of the MD or CD does not appear in the display. * 2 The disc number of the disc causing the error appears in the display. If the above-mentioned solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 26

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28 Bienvenido! Muchas gracias por la adquisición de este reproductor de minidiscos Sony. Esta unidad le permitirá disfrutar de varias funciones mediante el uso de los siguientes accesorios de control: Accesorios opcionales Mando rotativo RM-X4S Control remoto de tarjeta RM-X91 Además de las operaciones de reproducción de MD o de recepción de emisoras, es posible ampliar el sistema conectando una unidad de CD/MD opcional* 1. Si utiliza esta unidad u otra opcional de CD conectada que disponga de la función CD TEXT, el visor mostrará la información CD TEXT al reproducir discos CD TEXT* 2. * 1 También es posible conectar un cambiador de MD, un cambiador de CD, un reproductor de MD o un reproductor de CD. * 2 Un disco CD TEXT es un CD de audio que contiene información, como el título del disco, nombre del cantante y títulos de los temas. Esta información está registrada en el disco. Precauciones Si aparca el automóvil bajo la luz solar directa y se produce un considerable aumento de temperatura en su interior, deje que la unidad se enfríe antes de utilizarla. Si la unidad no recibe alimentación, compruebe las conexiones en primer lugar. Si todo está en orden, examine el fusible. Si el automóvil dispone de antena motorizada, observe que ésta se extenderá automáticamente durante el funcionamiento de la unidad. Si desea realizar alguna consulta o solucionar algún problema referentes a la unidad que no aparezcan en este manual, póngase en contacto con el proveedor Sony más próximo. Condensación de humedad En días lluviosos o en zonas muy húmedas, es posible que se condense humedad en las lentes del interior de la unidad. Si esto ocurre, ésta no funcionará correctamente. En este caso, extraiga el disco y espere una hora aproximadamente hasta que se haya evaporado la humedad. Para mantener una alta calidad de sonido Si hay soportes para bebidas cerca del equipo de audio, tenga cuidado de no salpicar zumos y demás bebidas suaves sobre la unidad y el MD. Los residuos azucarados en la unidad o en el MD pueden ensuciar las lentes del interior de dicha unidad, reducir la calidad de sonido o impedir la reproducción de éste. 2

29 Notas sobre los MD Puesto que el disco está alojado en un cartucho, libre de contactos accidentales de dedos y polvo, los minidiscos pueden soportar cierto grado de tratos bruscos. No obstante, la existencia de suciedad o polvo en la superficie del cartucho o un cartucho deformado pueden causar fallos de funcionamiento. Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente para obtener resultados óptimos. No toque nunca la superficie del propio disco abriendo deliberadamente el obturador del cartucho. Al expulsar el MD, el obturador puede abrirse. En tal caso, cierre el obturador inmediatamente. Notas sobre la adhesión de etiquetas Asegúrese de adherir correctamente las etiquetas en los cartuchos, ya que en caso contrario el MD podría atascarse en la unidad. Adhiera la etiqueta en una posición adecuada. Retire las etiquetas viejas antes de montar otras nuevas. Sustituya las etiquetas que comiencen a despegarse del MD. No exponga el MD a la luz solar directa ni a fuentes térmicas como conductos de aire caliente. No lo deje en un automóvil aparcado bajo la luz solar directa, ya que puede producirse un considerable aumento de temperatura en su interior. Asegúrese de no dejar el MD en el salpicadero ni en la bandeja trasera de un automóvil, etc., donde la temperatura puede llegar a ser excesiva. Limpieza Limpie periódicamente la superficie del cartucho con un paño seco y suave. 3

30 Indice Localización de los controles... 5 Procedimientos iniciales Restauración de la unidad... 7 Extracción del panel frontal... 7 Activación/desactivación de la unidad... 8 Cómo utilizar el menú... 8 Ajuste del reloj... 8 Reproductor de MD Unidad de CD/MD (opcional) Reproducción de MD... 9 Reproducción repetida de temas Reproducción repetida Reproducción de temas en orden aleatorio Reproducción aleatoria Asignación de títulos a los discos compactos Memorando de discos* Localización de discos mediante el nombre... Función de listado* Selección de temas específicos para su reproducción Función de banco* * Funciones disponibles con una unidad opcional de CD/MD. Radio Memorización automática de emisoras Memorización de la mejor sintonía (BTM) Memorización de las emisoras deseadas Recepción de emisoras memorizadas Almacenamiento de nombres de emisoras Memorando de emisoras Localización de una emisora por su nombre Functión de listado Otras funciones Etiquetado del mando rotativo Uso del mando rotativo Ajuste de las características de sonido Atenuación del sonido Cambio de los ajustes de sonido y visualización Refuerzo de los graves D-bass Información complementaria Mantenimiento Desmontaje de la unidad Especificaciones Guía de solución de problemas

31 Localización de los controles D I SC + -PR ST+ DSPL OPEN MENU LIST D-BASS SOURCE -SEEK/AMS SOUND OFF PRST- - D IS C ENTER MODE REP SHUF MDX-C6500X Consulte las páginas indicadas para obtener más información. 1 Dial de control de volumen 2 Botón MENU 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21 3 Botones DISC/PRST +/ (cursor arriba/ abajo) 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21 Durante la reproducción de CD/MD: Cambio de discos 11, 13 Durante la recepción de la radio: Selección de emisoras memorizadas 16, 18 4 Z Botón (expulsión) (situado en la parte frontal de la unidad, detrás del panel frontal) 9 5 Botón DSPL (cambio del modo de indicación) 9, 10, 12, 17 6 Botón LIST 12, 17 Función de listado 13, 18 7 Botón SOURCE (TUNER/CD/MD) 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16 8 Visor 9 Botón OPEN 7, 9, 22 q; Control D-BASS 21 qa Botón SOUND 20 qs Botón de restauración (situado en la parte frontal de la unidad, detrás del panel frontal) 7 qd Botón OFF* 7, 8, 9 qf Botones SEEK/AMS -/+ (cursor izquierda/derecha) 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21 Sensor de música automático 10, 14 Búsqueda manual 10 Búsqueda 15, 16 qg Selector de frecuencia (situado en la base de la unidad) El intervalo de sintonización de AM (FM) está ajustado en fábrica en la posición 10k (200k). Asegúrese de que la posición 9k (50k) esté seleccionada. qh Botón MODE Durante la reproducción de CD o de MD: Selección de unidad de CD/MD 9, 13 Durante la recepción de la radio: Selección de banda (BAND) 15, 16 qj Botón ENTER 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21 qk Receptor para el control remoto de tarjeta ql Botones numéricos: Durante la recepción de radio: Selección de números de memorización 15, 16 Durante la reproducción de CD/MD: (1) REP 11 (2) SHUF 11 * Advertencia sobre la instalación en un automóvil que no disponga de posición ACC (auxiliar) en el interruptor de la llave de encendido Asegúrese de presionar (OFF) en la unidad durante dos segundos para desactivar la indicación del reloj después de apagar el motor. Si presiona (OFF) sólo momentáneamente, la indicación del reloj no se desactivará y esto causará el desgaste de la batería. 5

32 Localización de los controles Control remoto de tarjeta RM-X91 OFF MENU SEEK SOUND DSPL ATT OPEN/CLOSE DISC LIST SEEK SOURCE DISC ENTER MODE VOL Los botones correspondientes del control remoto de tarjeta controlan las mismas funciones que los de esta unidad. 1 Botón OFF 2 Botón MENU 3 Botón SOURCE 4 Botones SEEK/AMS 5 Botón SOUND 6 Botón DSPL 7 Botón ATT 8 Botón LIST 9 Botones DISC/PRST q; Botón ENTER qa Botón MODE qs Botones VOL Sustitución de la pila de litio Cuando la pila dispone de poca energía, el alcance del control remoto de tarjeta se reduce. Sustituya la pila por una nueva de litio CR2025. x Lado + hacia arriba Notas sobre la pila de litio Mantenga la pila de litio fuera del alcance de los niños. Si la pila se ingiere, póngase en contacto inmediatamente con un médico. Limpie la pila con un paño seco para garantizar un contacto óptimo. Asegúrese de observar la polaridad correcta cuando instale la pila. No agarre la pila con pinzas metálicas, ya que si lo hace puede producirse un cortocircuito. ADVERTENCIA La pila puede explotar si no se emplea adecuadamente. No recargue la pila; tampoco la desmonte ni la arroje al fuego. 6

33 Procedimientos iniciales Restauración de la unidad Antes de utilizar la unidad por primera vez o después de sustituir la batería del automóvil, es necesario restaurar dicha unidad. Extraiga el panel frontal y presione el botón de restauración con un objeto puntiagudo, por ejemplo, un bolígrafo. Fijación del panel frontal Coloque el orificio A del panel sobre el eje B de la unidad como muestra la ilustración y, a continuación, ejerza presión sobre el lado izquierdo para fijarlo. A B Botón de restauración Nota Al presionar el botón de restauración se borrarán los ajustes del reloj y algunas funciones memorizadas. x Extracción del panel frontal Es posible extraer el panel frontal de esta unidad para evitar su robo. 1 Presione (OFF). 2 Presione (OPEN), deslice el panel frontal hacia la derecha y tire del lado izquierdo del panel. 1 2 Notas No coloque nada sobre la superficie interior del panel frontal. Procure no dejar caer el panel al extraerlo de la unidad. Si retira el panel con la unidad encendida, se desactivará automáticamente la alimentación para evitar dañar los altavoces. Cuando lleve consigo el panel, guárdelo en el estuche suministrado. Notas Tenga cuidado de no fijar el panel frontal al revés. No ejerza excesiva presión sobre el panel al fijarlo a la unidad. No sujete con demasiada fuerza ni presione excesivamente sobre el visor del panel frontal. No exponga el panel frontal a la luz solar directa, a fuentes térmicas, como conductos de aire caliente, ni lo deje en un lugar húmedo. No lo deje nunca sobre el salpicadero de un automóvil aparcado bajo la luz solar directa, ya que podría producirse un considerable aumento de temperatura. Alarma de precaución Si gira el interruptor de la llave de encendido a la posición OFF sin haber extraído el panel frontal, la alarma de precaución emitirá pitidos durante unos segundos. Si conecta un amplificador opcional de potencia y no utiliza el incorporado, los pitidos se desactivarán. 7

34 Activación/desactivación de la unidad Activación de la unidad Presione (SOURCE) o inserte un MD en la unidad. Para obtener más información sobre el funcionamiento, consulte las páginas 9 (MD/ CD) y 15 (radio). Desactivación de la unidad Presione (OFF) para detener la reproducción de MD/CD o la recepción de FM/AM (las teclas permanecerán iluminadas y el visor encendido). Presione (OFF) durante dos segundos para desactivar completamente la unidad. Nota Si el automóvil no dispone de posición ACC en el interruptor de la llave de encendido, asegúrese de apagar la unidad presionando (OFF) durante dos segundos para evitar el desgaste de la batería del automóvil. Ajuste del reloj El reloj dispone de una indicación digital de 12 horas. Ejemplo: Para ajustar el reloj a las 10:08 1 Presione (MENU) y, a continuación, cualquier lado de (DISC/PRST) varias veces hasta que aparezca CLOCK. 1 Presione (ENTER). Los dígitos de la hora parpadean. 2 Presione cualquier lado de (DISC/PRST) para ajustar la hora. Cómo utilizar el menú Esta unidad se utiliza mediante la selección de elementos en un menú. Para realizar la selección, entre primero en el modo de menú y elija arriba/abajo ((+)/( ) de (DISC/PRST)) o izquierda/derecha (( ) /(+) de (SEEK/AMS)). (DISC/PRST) (+): para seleccionar hacia arriba 3 Presione el lado (+) de (SEEK/AMS). La indicación de minutos parpadea. 4 Presione cualquier lado de (DISC/PRST) para ajustar los minutos. SOURCE ( ): para seleccionar hacia abajo 2 Presione (ENTER). (SEEK/AMS) ( ): para seleccionar hacia la izquierda SOURCE (+): para seleccionar hacia la derecha El reloj se pone en funcionamiento. Al finalizar el ajuste del reloj, el visor volverá al modo de reproducción normal. 8 Nota Con el ajuste inicial, la indicación del reloj aparece mientras la unidad está apagada. Si el modo D.INFO está ajustado en ON, la hora siempre se mostrará (página 21).